1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 336 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Prelude | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |